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Pellizzari wins stage with Pidcock second as Vuelta riders consider abandoning race

Pellizzari wins stage with Pidcock second as Vuelta riders consider abandoning race

Summary

Italy's Giulio Pellizzari won the 17th stage of the Vuelta a Espana, with Britain's Tom Pidcock coming in second. Race organizers made changes to upcoming stages due to safety concerns, while rider protests have occurred due to disruptions caused by pro-Palestine demonstrations. Jonas Vingegaard maintained his lead in the overall race standings.

Key Facts

  • Giulio Pellizzari won stage 17 of the Vuelta a Espana bicycle race.
  • Tom Pidcock from Britain finished second in this stage.
  • Jonas Vingegaard remains the leader in the overall competition.
  • Recent race stages have been disrupted by pro-Palestine protests.
  • In response, organizers shortened the individual time trial in stage 18.
  • Riders agreed to stop the race if more disruptions occur.
  • On stage 15, a protestor caused a crash by holding a Palestine flag.
  • The race is set to end in Madrid on Sunday.

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